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Aprilia SX 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Aprilia SX 125 reliable? We analysed 449 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 449 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.6%
Typical Mileage
6,572mi
Annual Mileage
1,476mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Aprilia SX 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia SX 125.

Aprilia SX 125 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Aprilia SX 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Aprilia SX 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Aprilia SX 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.5%
2022
74.2%
2021

Aprilia SX 125 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Aprilia SX 125 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 13
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail 5

Aprilia SX 125 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Aprilia SX 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
526 mi/yr
Typical
1,476 mi/yr
Average
2,065 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,152 mi/yr

Aprilia SX 125 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia SX 125 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 153 74.5% 3,232 6,249 9,387
2021 221 74.2% 4,551 6,774 10,080

How Long Does a Aprilia SX 125 Last?

Based on 233 Aprilia SX 125 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Aprilia SX 125 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia SX 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,572 mi
75th Percentile
9,735 mi
95th Percentile
17,312 mi
Max Recorded
28,675 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Aprilia SX 125

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

74.5% MOT pass rate from 153 tests

Year to avoid
2021

74.2% MOT pass rate from 221 tests

The best year to buy a used Aprilia SX 125 is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.5% across 153 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Aprilia SX 125 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Aprilia SX 125 THIS CAR 74.6% 449 6,572 mi — yrs
Aprilia Rsv 86.8% 87,683 13,065 mi 27 yrs
Aprilia RS125 70.2% 51,570 13,624 mi 31 yrs
Aprilia Tuono 89.5% 42,169 11,799 mi 24 yrs
Moto Guzzi V65 81.6% 696 25,848 mi 41 yrs

Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia SX 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Aprilia SX 125?

The Aprilia SX 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.6% across 449 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Aprilia SX 125 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Aprilia SX 125 owner drives around 1,476 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Aprilia SX 125 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Aprilia SX 125 reliable?
Based on 449 MOT tests, the Aprilia SX 125 has a 74.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Aprilia SX 125?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Aprilia SX 125 do per year?
The typical Aprilia SX 125 does around 1,476 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Aprilia SX 125 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Aprilia SX 125?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Aprilia SX 125?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Aprilia SX 125 is 2022 with a 74.5% pass rate across 153 tests.